Sikandar Raza to Helm Zimbabwe's Squad for T20I Tri-Series Against South Africa, New Zealand

Zimbabwe has announced its 16-member squad for the upcoming T20I tri-series featuring South Africa and New Zealand. The series is scheduled to commence on July 14, with Sikandar Raza appointed as the captain.

Sikandar Raza will lead the 16-member squad © AFP

The squad sees the return of left-arm pacer Richard Ngarava, who has recovered from a lower-back injury. All-rounder Brian Bennett is also set to make a comeback after missing a portion of the recent Test series against South Africa due to a concussion.

Zimbabwe's selection includes three uncapped players: wicketkeeper-batter Tafadzwa Tsiga, left-arm pacer Newman Nyamhuri, and legspinner Vincent Masekesa. Ryan Burl, Tony Munyonga, and Tashinga Musekiwa, who impressed during the T20I series against Ireland in February, have retained their places in the 16-man squad.

The host nation, Zimbabwe, will kick off their tri-series campaign against South Africa on July 14. The series will follow a double round-robin format, with the top two teams advancing to the final on July 26 at the Harare Sports Club.

Zimbabwe Squad for the T20I Tri-Series:

Sikandar Raza (Captain), Brian Bennett, Ryan Burl, Trevor Gwandu, Clive Madande, Wessly Madhevere, Tinotenda Maposa, Wellington Masakadza, Vincent Masekesa, Tony Munyonga, Tashinga Musekiwa, Blessing Muzarabani, Dion Myers, Richard Ngarava, Newman Nyamhuri, Tafadzwa Tsiga